He we have The Strike Bowling shoes by Mod Shoes
When we first started Mod Shoes we were asked for “Chisel Toe” bowling shoes, like the ones from the 80s, the type Shelleys used to sell. It has taken us this long to find a good supplier, and also get as close as possible to the shape. This style of design is only available from Mod Shoes
Notice that the front is much slimmer and less rounded than other bowling shoes on the market. And copied from a pair from the 80’s.
Also we wanted to do a good bowling shoe, so the leather upper is super soft, and supple. Literally no wearing in ! The sole has an extra grip piece added at the front. So if you are wearing these out and about, you aren’t going to slip over (But if you do, you cant sue Mod Shoes)!
Sizing
Stick with size, unless you are super wide fitting. Some people feel these are quite a big shoes. So go down NOT up if you are between sizes. The design means they are more suitable to normal width, but a sizer bigger doesn’t look big. We have had some back for being too big, please note that the leather is super soft, so if in between sizes, go down, not up. I am wideish 8.5 in my right foot, and an 8 was very good for me.
Upper: Leather
Sole : Man Made
Sizes 40(6) – 46(12)
We also do a ladies version in some colours
Mens Sizing
We use the following size conversions. Please be aware that different designs are designed to be bigger than others. We try our best on the product page to mention sizing.
Men’s Sizes
UK | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
Euro | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 |
US | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
Please Note that are shoes are made mainly in Spain & Portugal and Euro to UK Conversion means that the shoes normally come up a little big. The reason is that a 43, is more like 9 and 1/4.
James Lillis (verified owner) –
Photo for previous review.
James Lillis (verified owner) –
A solid performer, these bowling shoes are not only aesthetically pleasing by using a chisel toe (rather than a clownish round toe), they are also super comfortable—and roomy enough to accept Birkenstock metatarsal inserts for extra comfort with either proper dress socks in summer or heavier crew socks in cooler weather. I think the secret to this must be a slightly taller upper in the body of the shoe because the overall width profile remains sleek and trim. Got ‘em in stunning burgundy and black; looking forward to the next release in blue or blue / black two tone.
markfowler8 (verified owner) –
Fantastically made, super soft leather, im normally a 9 but went down a size and they fit perfectly. Colour is incredible in real life, looks great paired with the Cafè Bleu t shirt
markfowler8 (verified owner) –
Fantastically made, super soft leather, im normally a 9 but went down a size and they fit perfectly. Colour is incredible in real life
Richard Tucker (verified owner) –
Excellent pair of Bowling shoes. Ver comfortable. I’m usually a size 8 in Adidas trainers, but went for size 7 in these, which fit perfectly !
mark.doyle9 (verified owner) –
Great shoe, very soft leather. Arrived extremely promptly.
Graeme McDonald (verified owner) –
These are fabulous. They look great, beautifully made and fit perfectly.
I wore them with a pair of Sta Prest trousers and got a couple of admiring comments. Buy a pair, you won’t be dissapointed.
ALBERT THOMPSON (verified owner) –
Fantastic looking and very comfortable oxblood bowling shoes, which I have made even better looking, by using yellow laces. I would thoroughly recommend these shoes.
Ken bickerton (verified owner) –
Loving these bowling shoes, great colour and so so comfy,no need at all to break these in,nice soft leather,thanks mod shoes five stars for these.P.S.love your videos andy.
Dave (verified owner) –
Quality products! I’m normally a size 9 but ordered an 8 and they fit perfect.
Robin (verified owner) –
Received my claret bowling shoes today. Couldn’t wait to open the box. They are sheer perfection. Exactly what I had anticipated. Great looks, fit and comfort. Feels fantastic to walk around town in them. I keep looking in shop windows to admire them! The service is outstanding and the speed of delivery is amazing. A very high quality product. I adore these shoes. Thank you Mod Shoes!
Rob Bryant (verified owner) –
You could never get oxblood bowlers back in the day. Great shoes!
John wragg –
Once again exceptional service, these bowling shoes are the best bowler’s since the eighties, chisel toe and the leather is so soft and they very comfortable, these are my third pair this year love em 😁 cheers MODSHOES
Dermot O’Leary (verified owner) –
MOD SHOES Delivered excellent quality, exactly what I was looking for, wanted these bowling shoes for years,brings me back,
Paul Henshaw (verified owner) –
Well , what can I say about these !
Well made, fantastic fit , takes me all the way back to the early eighties. You won’t get any closer to the original style . Well and truly recommended 👍🏽👍🏽
Chris Tatton (verified owner) –
Excellent quality bowlers, went for a 9 as it’s my size but a bit too much room changed to the 8 fit like a glove, no probs with returns, would recommend modshoes to anyone.
Tom hinton (verified owner) –
Lovely bowlers. Supercomfy, great detail and quality! Took me a couple of goes to get the size right, but these guys are really efficient at sending back out etc. Will be ordering some kenny shoes soon I reckon ?⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
paulaitkenhead68 (verified owner) –
Top bowling shoe in every way Steve Marriott would have loved em
Jason –
Received my pair of red & whites in time for the Semi Final.. 3 Lions defeated.. For sharpness, comfort and quality these bad boy bowlers are winners every time
Garry –
Got a pair of these today and they are brilliant look good and really comfy no need to break in also they arrived very quickly I’ll definitely buy from mod shoes again
Paul Henshaw (verified owner) –
Have just bought a pair of these . They are a really comfortable fit and look fantastic with a pair of dogtooth strides . Takes me back to the early 80s !!